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“I am too familiar with the feeling of working and taking on low-wage work while feeling invisible because my voice is disregarded just because of our broken immigration system,” McManus said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

Didier Deschamps' side will head to the US and their training base near Boston on Wednesday before taking on Senegal in their opener next Tuesday.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

Even the most successful movie stars are multihyphenates, launching lifestyle and fashion brands and taking on ambassadorships for luxury houses.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

I met smart, ambitious, creative college grads who were waiting tables and taking on other jobs while pursuing internships, creative careers and graduate degrees.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 2, 2026

With each visit, Morrie seemed to be melting into his chair, his spine taking on its shape.

From "Tuesdays with Morrie" by Mitch Albom




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